3860 — Crimson
Reds family#5C0214
Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) is a dark, highly saturated red shade with hex code #5C0214 and RGB values 92, 2, 20. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 3860
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 3860
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 3860
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 3860
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Very dark shades like Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) are workhorses for backstitch outlines, lettering, and fine detail — the depth reads cleanly at a single strand over one.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) varies gently within and between skeins — that is the charm. Reserve one dye lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 3860
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 3860, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works3860 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 3860
Weeks Dye Works 3860 is the floss known as Crimson: a highly saturated, dark member of the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its bold and saturated presence shines in holiday designs and bold accents alike. Pull this thread for berries or valentines when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 3860 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) is a dark shade in the reds family with hex #5C0214 and RGB 92, 2, 20. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 3860?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) is DMC 815 (Garnet medium) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 814 (Garnet dark, 72%) and DMC 221 (Shell Pink very dark, 69%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 3860?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 3860 are 2267 Ladybug (ΔE 4.91), 1270 Rum Raisin (ΔE 5.57), and 4121 Indian Summer (ΔE 7.16). These are useful substitutes when 3860 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 3860?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3860.
Is Weeks Dye Works 3860 (Crimson) good for backstitching and outlines?
It's an excellent outline color. The depth of 3860 defines edges and text cleanly where lighter threads would disappear into the fill; one strand is usually enough for backstitch.